2002 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 40

Trunk When the trunk is separately locked, it remains locked when centrally unlocking the vehicle. To deny any unauthorized person access to the trunk, lock it separately with the mechanical key. Leave only the electronic key less its mechanical key with the vehicle. Notes: In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the trunk can be unlocked individually. To unlock and open the trunk lid, turn mechanical key to position 1, hold and push to open. The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system. When unlocking the trunk with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the steering lock or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic key. If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened, see page 299. 0 Neutral position - push to open (arrow) 1 Unlocking 2 Separate locking of trunk - remove mechanical key in this position (only vehicles built prior 09/01). The vehicle production date (e.g. 09/01) can be found on the certification label, which is located on the driver's door pillar, see page 313. The trunk lid cannot be opened by the trunk lid release switch or the electronic key when previously locked separately with the mechanical key. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 37 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index